• How long does it take to recover from colon polyp removal?

I was diagnosed with colon polyp. I will have surgery. How long does it take to recover from colon polyp removal?

2 Answers

  • Surgeon
  • Ansonia, CT

It depends, up to 6 weeks.

  • Surgeon
  • Dallas, TX

If your surgery can be done with a minimally invasive approach, you may spend 2-4 days in the hospital and with recovery at home for 2-4 weeks. It make take up to 3 months for you to return to normal. You should be up and about doing normal activities within 1-2 weeks.

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